1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar 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 79 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 468 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Telstar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Telstar 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:

1999 Ford Telstar 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Telstar Santa Fe
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 163 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm


 

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