2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | G |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |