2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Cruze 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 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Cruze | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
