2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Buick Century

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.

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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 1995 Buick Century
Make Hyundai Buick
Model Santa Fe Century
Year Released 2010 1995
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3100 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 276 HP 161 HP
Torque 336 Nm 251 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4676 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1725 mm 1364 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2662 mm


 

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