2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H2 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Hummer Hyundai
Model H2 Santa Fe
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 393 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 564 Nm 292 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2903 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 2020 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 121 L 72 L


 

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