2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
