2004 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 652 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Terracan | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
