1995 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 292 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |