2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 582 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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 1958 Rover P5. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Terracan | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
