2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Town & Country | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |