2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 36 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 672 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit 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. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
