2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 727 kg more than 1996 Rover 800.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 800. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Terracan | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
