2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 460 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 415 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |