1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 771 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 626 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 626 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |