2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 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 Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |