2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 910 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | iQ |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |