2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 242 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Silverado | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |