2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
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2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sonata | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |