2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus 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 (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
