2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 603 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
