2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 522 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |