2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |