2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. Both 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Santa Fe | 45 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |