2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Tucson | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |