2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Terracan | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
