2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Azera and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Azera | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azera | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
