1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Nuvola | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
