2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 562 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.

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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Hyundai Chevrolet
Model Terracan Orlando
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm


 

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