2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
