2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
