2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 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 94 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Santa Fe | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |