2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 521 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Nissan Almera 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Nissan Hyundai
Model Almera Santa Fe
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 436 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1961 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4685 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2700 mm


 

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