2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
