2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.

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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Cadillac Hyundai
Model SRX Terracan
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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