2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 347 kg more than 1992 Lexus LS.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lexus LS. 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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1992 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Terracan | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
