2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Accent and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 495 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1757 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 856 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Accent | SL |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 605 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |