2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina 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 72 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 Toyota Carina. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |