1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 708 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Scudo | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Scudo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |