2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1956 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 740 kg more than 1956 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Renault Juva. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Juva. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1956 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
