2001 Hyundai Matrix 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 Hyundai Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Matrix 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 67 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 608 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. 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 Hyundai Matrix. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Matrix | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Matrix | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
