2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 442 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
