2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 526 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Forester | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |