2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 236 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Verada |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |