2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Ram Terracan
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2517 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 75 L


 

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