2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
