2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 562 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Terracan | J30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |