2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Sera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
