2003 Chrysler LHS 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 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler LHS 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 66 kg more than 2003 Chrysler LHS.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler LHS (333 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | LHS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
