2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Terracan | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
