2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |