2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 241 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
