2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 347 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Santa Fe | Commander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |