2006 Acura TL vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TL | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
