2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |