2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Santa Fe | SC |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |