2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Renault Express
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 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 956 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. 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 Renault Express. 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 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
