2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 MCC Smart
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 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC Smart 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 120 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. 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 2002 MCC Smart. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Hyundai | MCC |
| Model | Santa Fe | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
