2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 684 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mondeo | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
