2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |