1998 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Terracan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |