2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 4 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | H1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
