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


 

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