2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz C and 2012 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | C | Getz |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4724 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |