2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tahoe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
