2001 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 588 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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 (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
