2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Grandeur 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Grandeur, 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 Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grandeur | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |