2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2004 Jeep Wrangler and 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2004 Jeep Wrangler and the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE.
When we compare the 2004 Jeep Wrangler's and the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2004 Jeep Wrangler's and the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2004 Jeep Wrangler is a better car than the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE.
Pricing: A used 2004 Jeep Wrangler ranges from $7,295 to $21,979 while a used 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE is priced between $2,499 to $7,956.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2004 Jeep Wrangler loses 35.6 percent of its value and the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the 2004 Jeep Wrangler retains 12.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Wrangler is 8.5 out of 10 while the Hyundai SANTA FE's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 2 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 5 out of 31.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Wrangler is 8.2 out of 10. For the Hyundai SANTA FE the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2004 Jeep Wrangler’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 138 horsepower. The Wrangler is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 361 miles. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. This gives the 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2004 Jeep Wrangler. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 4.69 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
17245
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
24819
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
17245 - 28860
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18589
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
24819
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
17245 - 28860
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
13321
Price Range:
7295 - 21979
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
6430
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
4482 - 13321
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
106
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
127420
# Good or Great Deals:
26
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
4482
Price Range:
2499 - 7956
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
6430
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
4482 - 13321
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
161342
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2004 Jeep Wrangler
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2004 Hyundai SANTA FE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5384808895067132
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 14.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.9242879244196214
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 14.8
Jeep Wrangler Rankings
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44 out of / 66Summary Review
The Jeep Wrangler is a compact SUV with off-road prowess few vehicles can match. The current Wrangler was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $41,959 and 3-year-old models averaging $34,489.
Summary Review
Hyundai’s Santa Fe has evolved rapidly over its generations into one of the most satisfying to drive midsize crossover SUVs on the market. There are many versions of the Santa Fe, some with two rows and some with three, depending upon the model year and trim.
Pros and Cons
- Exceptional off-road capability
- Intuitive infotainment system
- Powerful engine options
- Pricing climbs quickly with higher trims and options
- Fuel economy isn’t great
- Lots of road and wind noise
Pros and Cons
- New engines for 2021 including a hybrid
- Cutting-edge infotainment
- Excellent safety ratings
- Only two rows for 2021
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2004 Jeep Wrangler Trim Levels
Rubicon, Sahara, SE, Sport, Unlimited, X
2004 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
Base, GLS, LX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.69 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
165 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
147 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1200 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 361 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3235 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
70.9 inches
Length:
155.4 inches
Wheelbase:
93.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/75R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/70R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Light Khaki Metallic Clearcoat
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Patriot Blue Pearlcoat
Green
Electric Lime Green Pearlcoat / Shale Green Metallic Clearcoat
Red
Flame Red Clearcoat / Sienna Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat
White
Stone White Clearcoat
Yellow
Solar Yellow Clearcoat
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sandstone/Warm Gray Cladding
Black
Black Obsidian/Cool Gray Cladding
Blue
Arctic Blue/Light Silver Cladding / Moonlit Blue/Cool Gray Cladding
Green
Not available
Red
Canyon Red/Light Silver Cladding / Merlot/Cool Gray Cladding
Silver
Not available
White
Nordic White/Light Silver Cladding
Yellow
Not available
Gray
Pewter/Cool Gray Cladding
Interior Colors
Beige
Khaki
Gray
Dark Slate Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
