2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 805 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Santa Fe | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
