1999 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Satellite | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Satellite | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |