2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |