2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (197 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (292 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |