2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Lumina | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |