2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,456 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 138 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
