2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
