2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terracan | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
