2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (260 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |