2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 776 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Express | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |