Hyundai Elantra 2010 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 132 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 158 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds | |
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Hyundai Elantra is more dynamic to drive. Hyundai Elantra engine produces 12 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 142 NM less than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Hyundai Elantra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 | 4.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.6 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Hyundai Elantra consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Hyundai Elantra could require 180 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Hyundai Elantra consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 780 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 1370 km on highway | ||
| 630 km with real consumption | 950 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Hyundai Elantra) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes C class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai i30 | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes Vito | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai Elantra might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mercedes C class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Hyundai Elantra 2010 1.6 engine: The engine is generally a reliable design and not particularly sensitive to fuel quality. However, it is prone to several common issues. One of the most widespread problems is the rapid buildup of carbon ... More about Hyundai Elantra 2010 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.53 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Hyundai Elantra is 6 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, width is practically the same , while the height of Hyundai Elantra is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 402 litres | 475 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Hyundai Elantra has 73 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Hyundai Elantra is 0.2 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`800 | 2`105 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 5200 | 8000 | |
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