2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 370 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |