2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane 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 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 599 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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 2001 Renault Megane. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1998 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
