2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Packard |
| Model | Santa Fe | 12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
