2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 252 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
