2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 699 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
