2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 724 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | GL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |