2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,456 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 9 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane. 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 Renault Safrane. 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 (297 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 277 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |