2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 975 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Elantra | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
