2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terracan | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
