2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 362 kg more 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Santa Fe | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |