2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 368 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terracan | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
