1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 662 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Taurus 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Taurus Terracan
Year Released 1988 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2985 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 98 mm
Top Speed 225 km/hour 168 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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