2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 13 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |