2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 690 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 133 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 CLK 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 CLK. 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 CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
