2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz, 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 CLK (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Getz CLK
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1525 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 62 L


 

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