2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Silvia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |