2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Atos | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
