2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | 911 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16:01 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1961 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
