1997 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Feroza | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
