2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |