2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 633 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | 228 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
