2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 96 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 357 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
