2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1969 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jeep CJ5. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1969 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1969 Jeep CJ5 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.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1969 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
Model | Santa Fe | CJ5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |