2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 393 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Santa Fe | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
