2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 132 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2011 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |