2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Sonoma | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
