2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona 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 (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona. 2006 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Terracan | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |