2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 6 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2013 Cadillac XTS 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. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Santa Fe | XTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
