2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sonata | B |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |