2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 428 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (335 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
