2006 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 Hummer H1 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hummer | Hyundai |
| Model | H1 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2904 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 195 L | 75 L |
