2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Kia Forte

To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 6 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 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 921 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2012 Kia Forte
Make Hyundai Kia
Model Terracan Forte
Year Released 2006 2012
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 1241 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


 

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