2004 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Vitara | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
