1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Trans Sport | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |