Mercedes S class 2020 vs Hyundai Sonata 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.9 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes S 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 Sonata) 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: | 286 HP | 290 HP | |
| Torque: | 600 NM | 422 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.4 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes S class engine produces 4 HP less power than Hyundai Sonata, but torque is 178 NM more than Hyundai Sonata. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 | 8.7 | |
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The Mercedes S class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes S class consumes 2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Sonata, which means that by driving the Mercedes S class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 300 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 970 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 1180 km on highway | 840 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes S 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 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 S 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: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.18 m | 4.90 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.47 m | |
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Mercedes S class is larger. Mercedes S class is 28 cm longer than the Hyundai Sonata, 6 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes S class is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 453 litres | |
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Mercedes S class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes S class has 87 litres more trunk space than the Hyundai Sonata. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes S class is 0.4 metres less than that of the Hyundai Sonata, which means Mercedes S class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`720 kg | 2`070 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`945 kg | 1`611 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 775 kg | 459 kg | |
| Mercedes S class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 41 procentiem more than Hyundai Sonata. Therefore, Mercedes S class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 87 800 | no data | |
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