2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
