2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan and 2006 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.

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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Hyundai Mercury
Model Terracan Mountaineer
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 4013 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 85 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]