1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 638 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Guara | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |