2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 497 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
