1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 69 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Venture | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |