2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 698 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Terracan Jetta
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4557 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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