2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Santa Fe | G20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
