2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Aerio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
