2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trajet | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4727 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
