2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 726 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Odyssey | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |