2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster 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 Lotus Exige. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Santa Fe | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |