1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Pony | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
