2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Santa Fe | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
