2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Genesis | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
