2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 343 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jensen SV-8. 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2001 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
Model | Santa Fe | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |