2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 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 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Santa Fe | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
