2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 3,342 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 452 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 2013 Honda Civic. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Santa Fe | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |