2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
