2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Terracan | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
