2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 159 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |