2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 233 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Porsche Hyundai
Model 911 Santa Fe
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3588 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 415 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 336 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1537 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4676 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 75 L


 

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