2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 236 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4134 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |