1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 506 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Terracan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |