2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Azera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |