2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | B2500 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |