2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |