2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Coupe C
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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