2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |