2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Rover 75
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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 75. 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 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Santa Fe | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |