2009 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Coupe and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Coupe 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Hyundai Mercedes-Benz
Model Coupe C
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 68.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 241 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1387 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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