2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
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 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 107 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Santa Fe | Vue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |