2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. Both 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 229 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
