2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 604 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | RunX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |