2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |