2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Elantra and 2007 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 B (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elantra | B |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |