2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1110 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |