2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2005 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
