2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1993 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Santa Fe | Estate |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
