2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Idea | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
