2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
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 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |