2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Acura SLX
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Acura SLX. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura SLX weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura SLX. 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, 1998 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (307 Nm). This means 1998 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Acura SLX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Santa Fe | SLX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
