2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 600 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 SL 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 SL. 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 SL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |