2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |