2004 Acura TL vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.

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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura TL 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Acura Hyundai
Model TL Santa Fe
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4685 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 68 L


 

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