2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Terracan | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
