2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 242 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Altima | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |