1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 608 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ford Mustang | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Terracan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |