2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 297 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Santa Fe | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
