2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Colorado | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
