2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
Model | Tacuma | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |