2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | FR-V | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
