2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,456 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 61 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 (297 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | V |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |