2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 983 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
