2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Santa Fe | Malibu |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |