2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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 E (315 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tucson | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |