2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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 (297 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Thalia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |