1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
