2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
