2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 210 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
