2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1

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 R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 678 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.

Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Santa Fe R 390 GT1
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 201 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2730 mm


 

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