2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 3 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 MG ZT-T.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 MG ZT-T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 MG ZT-T (410 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
