2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 334 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | C | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2188 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |