2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neos | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
