2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 37 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 432 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
