2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 145 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 366 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |