2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terracan | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |