2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 140 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Santa Fe | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |