Hyundai Elantra 2000 vs Mercedes C class 2000

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Hyundai Elantra
2000 - 2003
Mercedes C class
2000 - 2004
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Hyundai Elantra is available only with front wheel drive, while Mercedes C class can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.6 - 2.01.8 - 3.2

Performance

Power: 107 - 141 HP115 - 354 HP
Torque: 143 - 235 NM185 - 540 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.1 - 11.7 seconds5.2 - 12.1 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.4 - 8.86.1 - 11.5
Hyundai Elantra petrol engines consumes on average 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes C class. On average, Hyundai Elantra equipped with diesel engines consume 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.50 m4.53 m
Width: 1.72 m1.73 m
Height: 1.42 m1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. Hyundai Elantra is 3 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 415 litresno data
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1401 litresno data
Turning diameter: 10.1 meters10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Hyundai Elantra is 0.7 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Hyundai Elantra can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`816~ 1`500
Safety:
Quality:
below average

average
Average price (€): 8001600
Pros and Cons: Hyundai Elantra has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
Mercedes C klase has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
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