2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Santa Fe | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
