2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 1 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |