2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 684 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 (250 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
