2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Matrix would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 528 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Matrix. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Matrix.
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2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Matrix | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |