2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 762 kg more than 2008 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Terracan | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
