2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
