2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
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 XG 350, 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 (400 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XG 350 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |