1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | S | H1 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |