2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ranger | Terracan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |