2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 763 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Terracan | 993 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |