2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,701 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 119 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
