2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |