2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CR-V | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2351 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |