2012 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
