1999 Nissan SUT vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan SUT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan SUT would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan SUT. (372 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan SUT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan SUT | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | SUT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
