1999 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Escort. 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 (346 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
