2006 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Grandeur and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Grandeur | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grandeur | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |