2006 Honda Element vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |