2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Veracruz | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |