2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Terracan | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
