2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant 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 6 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |