2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (245 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
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2006 Hyundai Trajet | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Trajet | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 246 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |