2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terracan | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
