2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata 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 313 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |