2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 626 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
