2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 77 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 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 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
