2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 92 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
