2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Crew. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Crew |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
