2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 166 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |