2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
