2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |