2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 445 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
