2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Terracan | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
