2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 927 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 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe 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 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Santa Fe | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5608 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |