2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Cresta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |