2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Crossfire and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Crossfire | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |