2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 485 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
