2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 376 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Santa Fe | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
