2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. 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 2009 Nissan Livina. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Livina |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1597 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |