2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Acura MDX

To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Acura MDX.

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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2012 Acura MDX
Make Hyundai Acura
Model Terracan MDX
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 2064 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 79 L


 

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