2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 1996 Honda CR-V
Make Hyundai Honda
Model Santa Fe CR-V
Year Released 2001 1996
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 128 HP
Torque 255 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2620 mm