1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 608 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | Project Vantage | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
