2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 568 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
