2001 Tata E 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 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata E would be higher. Both 2001 Tata E and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe are equipped with a 2,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 591 kg more than 2001 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Tata E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata E has manual transmission. 2001 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata E | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | E | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
