2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
