2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 223 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Neos | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
