Mercedes E class 2002 vs Hyundai Sonata 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.7 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 305 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 37 HP more power than Hyundai Sonata, whereas torque is 95 NM more than Hyundai Sonata. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 | 7.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.5 l/100km | 7.0 l/100km | |
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The Hyundai Sonata is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mercedes E class consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Sonata, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes E class consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Sonata. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| 1220 km on highway | 1180 km on highway | ||
| 760 km with real consumption | 920 km with real consumption | ||
| 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 Sonata) 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 E 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: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 3 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Hyundai Santa FE, Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai Sonata might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0 engine: The Hyundai/Kia 2.0 CRDi engine with the D4EA code is a cast-iron diesel unit introduced in the early 2000s. It is known for solid durability and, when properly maintained, can often reach 300,000–400,000 km. The engine appeared in several versions over the years. Early variants produced around 112 hp with a conventional ... More about Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 2 cm longer than the Hyundai Sonata, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 523 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
540 litres | no data | |
| Mercedes E class has 17 litres more trunk space than the Hyundai Sonata. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.5 metres more than that of the Hyundai Sonata, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`200 | no data | |
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| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 1600 | |
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