2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
