2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Getz and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 853 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz, 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Getz 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Getz Viano
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2146 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 108 HP
Torque 215 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 173 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 16.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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