2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 2010 GMC Acadia. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 GMC Acadia 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. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Hyundai | GMC |
Model | Santa Fe | Acadia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |