2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 403 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |