2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
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 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1992 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Hyundai | Westfield |
Model | Santa Fe | ZEI |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |