2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 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 167 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 698 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. 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 2000 Lada 112. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada 112 has manual transmission. 2000 Lada 112 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 | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Santa Fe | 112 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
