1996 Nissan Crew vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 721 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Crew | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Crew | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |