1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
