2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 308 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora 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 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Santa Fe | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
