2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,654 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
