2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Accent and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accent | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
