2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tucson | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
