2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 878 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |