2012 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (397 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Equus. (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Equus. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Equus | E |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1398 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3045 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |