2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Morgan 4
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 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. 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 Morgan 4. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Santa Fe | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
