2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 55 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Terracan | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
