2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 832 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
