2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2566 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |