2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |