2002 Daewoo Evanda vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Evanda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Evanda would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Evanda. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Evanda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Evanda | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Evanda | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
