2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |