2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |
