2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 MG TF were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 643 kg more than 2006 MG TF. 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 2006 MG TF. 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 (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
