2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 484 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
