2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |