2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
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 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 258 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | Drifter |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2604 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |