2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Acura TSX

To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 4 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, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TSX. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX. 2006 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2010 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2010 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2010 Acura TSX
Make Hyundai Acura
Model Terracan TSX
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4714 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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