2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |