2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
