2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 648 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Aveo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
