2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 793 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Terracan Jetta
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1369 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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