2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 885 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Santa Fe | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
