2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Terracan 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Camry
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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