2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Terracan. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terracan | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
