2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 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 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |