2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 398 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |