2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Grand Prix | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |