Mercedes C class 2021 vs Hyundai Elantra 2023
| 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: | 265 HP | 286 HP | |
| Torque: | 550 NM | 392 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds | |
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Hyundai Elantra is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 21 HP less power than Hyundai Elantra, but torque is 158 NM more than Hyundai Elantra. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 | 10.4 | |
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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: | 50 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 890 km in combined cycle | 450 km in combined cycle | |
| 1190 km on highway | 540 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: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 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: | 4.75 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes C class is 4 cm longer than the Hyundai Elantra, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes C class is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 402 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes C class has 53 litres more trunk space than the Hyundai Elantra. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 1.1 metres less than that of the Hyundai Elantra, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`380 kg | 1`895 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`700 kg | 1`495 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 680 kg | 400 kg | |
| Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 41 procentiem more than Hyundai Elantra. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 44 800 | no data | |
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