2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
