2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Avalanche | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
