2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Airflite | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
