2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Scion tC
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 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Scion tC would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Scion tC.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Scion tC. 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, 2004 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Scion tC | |
Make | Hyundai | Scion |
Model | Santa Fe | tC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |