2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Terracan | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |