2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 762 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
