2004 Hyundai Getz vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Getz and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 752 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (184 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Getz 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Getz S
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1494 cc 5441 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 494 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.7:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1198 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption 3.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 88 L


 

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