2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
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 Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Lexcen 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 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
