1996 Honda Today vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 946 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2005 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 2005 Hyundai Terracan
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Today Terracan
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1656 kg