2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 2 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
