2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 282 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terracan | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
