2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Santa Fe | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |