2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 707 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | GL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |