1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 968 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Applause | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Applause | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |