2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Optra | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |