2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accent | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
