2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Steyr G-series (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 72 kg more than 1996 Steyr G-series.
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 (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Steyr G-series. (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Terracan | G-series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
