2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Atos and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos, 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 C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Atos | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
