2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
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, 2010 Acura TSX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TSX 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 | 2010 Acura TSX | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Santa Fe | TSX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |