2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
