2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1997 Tata E
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 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata E would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tata E 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 406 kg more than 1997 Tata E.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Tata E. 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, 1997 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Tata E 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 | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Santa Fe | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
