2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 457 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |