2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 3 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (273 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Terracan | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
