2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
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 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa 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 110 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 131 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa. 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 1998 Toyota Previa. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
