2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 612 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Terracan | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |