1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 812 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Marcia | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Marcia | Terracan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |