2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus LS. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Terracan | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
