2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
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 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (340 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |