2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2005 Isuzu KB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc, 2005 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu KB (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu KB 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 3 kg more than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Isuzu KB. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | Santa Fe | KB |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1810 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |