2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 357 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (250 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
