2003 Chrysler LHS vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chrysler LHS (333 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler LHS | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | LHS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
