2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 24 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti FX. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Santa Fe | FX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |