2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 942 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Freestyle 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Freestyle Terracan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 203 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 75 L


 

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