2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |