2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 593 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tucson | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2915 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |