1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 81 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | G | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
