2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 16 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Acura TL. 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, 2011 Acura TL (344 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Acura TL 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 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Santa Fe | TL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |