2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |