1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1487 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Hyundai Lantra 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Lantra Titan
Year Released 1999 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1905 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 67 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 2402 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 4060 mm