2001 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 568 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Rover 45 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Rover | Hyundai |
Model | 45 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |