2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | R | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |