2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 750 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Santa Fe | Persona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |