2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
