2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 786 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (241 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tahoe | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
