2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
