2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
