2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 95 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.
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 (339 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |