2010 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Santa Fe | Perdana |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |