2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 143 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
