2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 381 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | i30 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |