2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Coupe 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Coupe, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Coupe 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Coupe C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 208 km/hour 231 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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