2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
