2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |