2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
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 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 3,456 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 78 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5. 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 2000 Samsung SM5. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Samsung |
Model | Santa Fe | SM5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |