2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will offer significantly more control. 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | E500 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
