1993 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 445 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Probe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
