2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 512 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotec |
| Model | Terracan | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1650 kg |
