2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Terracan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |