2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 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 61 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 361 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Santa Fe | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
