2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
