1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
