2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Santa Fe | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
