1994 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
