2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CR-V | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |