2010 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grandeur | B |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2699 mm |