2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neos | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
