2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terracan | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
