2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |