2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Santa Fe | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |