2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Santa Fe | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |