2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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 2001 Toyota MR2. 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 (200 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |