2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 2011 Honda Fit. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
