2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 678 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (250 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
