2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Corvette | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |