2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
