1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | RAV4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
