2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 165 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 81 L |
