2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 538 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | A | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
