2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 655 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1992 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1992 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Lantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2566 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |