2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Santa Fe | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
