2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chrysler |
| Model | Santa Fe | 300 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 8.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
