2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.

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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Explorer 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Explorer Terracan
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4007 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 75 L


 

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