2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V 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) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Santa Fe | CR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |