2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
