2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Nissan Almera

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 2006 Nissan Almera
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Santa Fe Almera
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 1595 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 108 HP
Torque 297 Nm 138 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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