2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Terracan | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |