2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 3 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 280 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
