2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
