2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
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 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny 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 39 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 720 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |