2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Hyundai | Reliant |
| Model | Santa Fe | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
