2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
