2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestar and 2006 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 266 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Freestar | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
