2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 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 154 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 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 Genesis. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Genesis | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |