2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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. Both 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Toyota Avalon are equipped with a 3,456 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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 415 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |