2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |