2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,341 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 69 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3341 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |