1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Sierra | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |