2006 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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 Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |