2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 397 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 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 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Matrix has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Matrix 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 | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Matrix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1323 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |