2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Terracan | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
