2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 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 149 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 693 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Splash has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | Splash |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 74.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |