2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 761 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Hyundai | TVR |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
