2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
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 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. Both 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe and 1996 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana 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 610 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton Perdana. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Santa Fe | Perdana |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 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 | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |