1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Lantra and 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 940 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lantra | SL |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |