2000 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 129 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |