2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella 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 131 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 940 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Avella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
