1999 Isuzu VX-02 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu VX-02. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu VX-02 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu VX-02. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu VX-02.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu VX-02 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | VX-02 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
