2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 3 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 51 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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 2004 MCC Smart. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Hyundai | MCC |
| Model | Santa Fe | Smart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
