Suzuki Vitara vs. Hyundai SANTA FE
When we compare the Suzuki Vitara's and the Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the Suzuki Vitara has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Suzuki Vitara's and the Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Suzuki Vitara’s base engine makes 165 horsepower, and the Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Vitara is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 336 miles. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Suzuki Vitara. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1996 - 7750
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Suzuki Vitara Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Suzuki Vitara Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 56Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 56Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 66Ranking
8 out of / 66Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 66Ranking
24 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
25 out of / 49Ranking
26 out of / 66Ranking
26 out of / 58Ranking
26 out of / 31Ranking
29 out of / 66Ranking
48 out of / 56Ranking
56 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Suzuki Vitara Trim Levels
LX
Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
Base, GLS, LX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
165 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
147 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1200 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 336 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2899 lbs
Width:
67.3 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
163 inches
Wheelbase:
97.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/70R16