2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Terracan | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
