2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Tocsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm). This means 2008 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daewoo |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
