2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 368 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |