2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 3 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Santa Fe | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
