2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto 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 130 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
