2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Accent | R |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
