2002 Honda Inspire 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 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster 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 Honda Inspire. 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (307 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Inspire has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Inspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Inspire | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
