1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Euro 1 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
