2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
