2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 601 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2874 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |