2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 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 | 840 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |