1992 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 972 kg more than 1992 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Orion | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Orion | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |