1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | F300 Life Jet | Elantra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2649 mm |