2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 53 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 967 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
