2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | FR-V | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |