2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tahoe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
