2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 7 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 3,456 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 260 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | Santa Fe | I-350 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |