2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 207 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
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 (245 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
