2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |