2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan SUT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan SUT 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 54 more horse power than 1999 Nissan SUT. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan SUT.
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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | SUT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
