2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Santa Fe | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |