2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |