2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2011 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sonata | A |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |