2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |