2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
