2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 471 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Durango | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 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 | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |