1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | DeVille | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |