2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terracan | E500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2900 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |