2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 538 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (297 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |