1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Dardo | Terracan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |