2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 736 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 2009 Hyundai Terracan
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Santa Fe Terracan
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 203 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.3:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1119 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 75 L


 

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