2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1717 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Avanti | Hyundai |
| Model | Studebaker | Entourage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3030 mm |
