1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lantra | B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |
