2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Terracan and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2008 Hyundai Terracan | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terracan | SLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |