2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
