2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 865 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |