2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 3 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Terracan | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
