2003 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 741 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Accent | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |