2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
