2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 2000 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sonata | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
