2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 548 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Elantra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
