2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 482 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Terracan C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 168 km/hour 244 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 62 L


 

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