2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 508 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1992 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 1992 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
