2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 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 30 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 842 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. 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 1994 Saab 900. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Terracan | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
