2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Terracan and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Terracan | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |