1995 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | 4Runner | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
