2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2011 Ford Fiesta
Make Hyundai Ford
Model Terracan Fiesta
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1151 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4067 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1697 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2489 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L


 

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