2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,656 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 90 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |