2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Renault Ellypse
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 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse 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 72 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 724 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 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 2002 Renault Ellypse. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Renault Ellypse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Ellypse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
