2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue 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 290 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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, 2011 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Rogue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |