2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 788 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |