2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 954 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 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Panda | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |