2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Santa Fe | 6000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |