1997 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 992 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. 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 1997 Ford Escort. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
