2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
