2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 822 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veracruz | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
