2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
