2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Felicia 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) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 849 kg more than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
