2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Santa Fe | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
