2006 Hyundai Panel Van vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Panel Van and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Panel Van | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Panel Van | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 3456 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
