1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Bigua | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
