2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 312 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 2007 Kia Cerato. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Cerato |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |