2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Santa Fe | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
