2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 433 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
