2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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. Both 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2008 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 53 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |