2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 564 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Terracan | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 100 mm |
| 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 | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
