2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Santa Fe | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
