Mercedes C class 2018 vs Hyundai Elantra 2021
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes C class) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Hyundai Elantra) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 276 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 392 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes C class engine produces 31 HP less power than Hyundai Elantra, but torque is 108 NM more than Hyundai Elantra. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 10.2 | |
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The Mercedes C class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes C class consumes 4.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Elantra, which means that by driving the Mercedes C class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 720 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 750 km in combined cycle | 460 km in combined cycle | |
| 850 km on highway | 600 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes C class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| 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. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 92 mm (3.6 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai Elantra can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Hyundai Elantra version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.68 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 1 cm longer than the Hyundai Elantra, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes C class is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 402 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.7 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 2`215 kg | 1`895 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`560 kg | 1`495 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 655 kg | 400 kg | |
| Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 39 procentiem more than Hyundai Elantra. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 24 200 | no data | |
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