2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 833 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Terracan | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 31 L |
