2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 83 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |