2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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 Entourage, 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 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Entourage | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
