2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Azera and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2009 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azera | CLC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |