2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | E | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |