2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Terracan | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
