2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 602 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Santa Fe | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
