2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. Both 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
