2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 751 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |