2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | SLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |