2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 356 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tucson, 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 (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tucson | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2646 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |