2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Proton 400
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 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton 400 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 66 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 786 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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 1999 Proton 400. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Proton 400 | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Santa Fe | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |