1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 121 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 701 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corolla | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |