2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (257 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |