2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 66 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Colorado | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |