2006 Ford Territory vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 296 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Territory | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
