2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 779 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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 (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Santa Fe | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
