2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 413 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |