2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Pony |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |