2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Mazda 323
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 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 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 171 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 638 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda 323 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 | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 323 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |