2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20 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 568 kg more than 1995 Infiniti G20.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti G20. 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 (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti G20. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Santa Fe | G20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
