2003 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 303 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | Aceca | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |