2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 372 kg more than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Terracan 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Terracan Land Cruiser
Year Released 2008 1995
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 162 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.4:1 7.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 81 L


 

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