2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
