2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
