2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo

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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 100 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 961 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2002 Smart ForTwo
Make Hyundai Smart
Model Santa Fe ForTwo
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2351 cc 799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 173 km/hour 135 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 19.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 3.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 22 L


 

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