2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,458 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. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Santa Fe | Freelander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |