2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 799 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |