2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
