2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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 185 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Imaj | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
