2000 Isuzu Axiom vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Isuzu Axiom | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
Model | Axiom | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3493 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |