2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 2,656 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 109 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 2012 Fiat Panda. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
Model | Santa Fe | Panda |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |