1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 719 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. 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 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. 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 (250 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Scoupe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
