2012 Hyundai Veloster 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 Veloster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Veloster would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 623 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veloster, 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 2012 Hyundai Veloster 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 Veloster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Veloster | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Veloster | E |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4219 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1398 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |