2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Pony. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Pony |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |