2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Impala | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
