2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tipper has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tipper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tipper | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 4663 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
