2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 829 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Terracan | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |