2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Santa Fe | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |