2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 442 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Terracan | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |