2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 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 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 2009 Hyundai Elantra
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Santa Fe Elantra
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 53 L


 

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