2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 i20, 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | E | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |