2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 517 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
