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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (137 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 431 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

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 1997 cc 5441 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 137 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 511 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L