2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 685 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |