2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 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 2008 Toyota RAV4. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
