2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 478 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |