2004 Acura TL vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 248 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |