2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo 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. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Santa Fe | Aveo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 130 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |