2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
