2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 63 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
