2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 713 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
