1996 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 292 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Retona | Terracan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |