2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 868 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SSC Aero. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1053 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2008 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Hyundai | SSC |
Model | Santa Fe | Aero |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1090 mm |