1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 432 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |