2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 742 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Terracan | 993 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |