1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 482 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 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Hyundai |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
