2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
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 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (248 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
