2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 862 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
