2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 376 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Altezza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |