2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 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 570 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1998 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Hyundai | Venturi |
Model | Santa Fe | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |