1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 156 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |