2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Impala and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2001 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Impala | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |