2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 2008 Hyundai Tucson
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Santa Fe Tucson
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 2648 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 241 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 797 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 65 L


 

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