2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise 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 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Rover Streetwise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise 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 | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Santa Fe | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
