2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2011 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 758 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
Model | Santa Fe | Panda |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |