2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Santa Fe | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
