2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | ML | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
