2008 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 1 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), 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 19 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Grandeur. 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, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Grandeur | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
